Dr. Deven Khosla

An extraordinary level of experience

Dr. Deven Khosla has an extraordinary level of experience in spine and neurosurgery. He is an acclaimed board-certified neurosurgeon in Los Angeles who has been practicing advanced spine and neurological treatments since 2001. From his work in Chicago to LA and 15 years in a large private practice covering Reno/Tahoe’s major trauma center and community hospitals, he has a breadth of experience that is unique.

Our Approach

A collaborative approach to patient care and treatment

Dr. Khosla focuses on excellence in patient care and achieving the most positive surgical outcomes. He employs a collaborative approach with colleagues and hospitals. He is proud to have the opportunity to train medical students and neurosurgery residents on the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques, the correction of adult scoliosis and spinal deformities, and treating spinal tumors. Dr. Khosla is proud to serve the Santa Monica & Tarzana locations.

Background and experience

Partner at Sierra Neurosurgery Group

Reno, NV 2001–2016

Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles

(Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Los Angeles Medical Center) 2016–2019

Chapter Directer ThinkFirst — Achieve Brain & Spine Southern California chapter

2019–Present

Founder Achieve Brain & Spine

2019–Present

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Advanced techniques in spinal surgery

Dr. Khosla has extensive experience with a range of procedures and is known for performing surgeries quickly and with meticulous care, and the lowest rate of complications. The health benefit of his ability to perform complex surgeries quickly lowers the time spent under anesthetic and the potential for blood loss.

Early mobilization and reduction of risk for blood clots is emphasized. Most of his patients do not need a urinary Foley catheter, with the added benefit of reducing the risk of a patient developing a urinary infection after surgery. His skillset includes:

A philosophy of superior patient care

His emphasis on continual assessment of the patient experience, along with providing dedicated pre- and post-operative care, provides real-world, evidence-based recommendations, allowing for the correct surgery to be performed. He ensures he stays in close communication with his patients' physicians, therapists and extended family. This approach is one of the keys to his exceptional success throughout his illustrious professional career, while at the same time, offering some of the best results in neurosurgery Los Angeles has to offer.

Educational background

Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, Illinois

University of California, Davis, California

University of California, Riverside, California

Residency, Neurological Surgery - Loyola University Medical Center

Degrees

Doctor of Medicine

Bachelor of Science (Major: Biochemistry, Minor: English)

Professional Memberships, past and present

American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Congress of Neurological Surgery

Washoe County Medical Society

Reno Surgical Society

American Medical Association

Nevada State Medical Board

Society of ethical spine surgery

ALAPIO – Association of Los Angeles Physicians of Indian Origin

ThinkFirst - Achieve Brain & Spine Southern California chapter

Organizational skills

Dr. Khosla has taken on tasks that required organizational skills and experience, including:

Founder of Achieve Brain & Spine.

Past president of Sierra Neurosurgery Group

Assisting hospitals to reduce the cost of spinal implants

Arranging spine call coverage for two hospitals

Initiating a spine surgery program at Northern Nevada Medical Center and Sierra Nevada VA Hospital in Reno

Involved in quality improvement in the spine surgery program at Northern Nevada Medical Center in collaboration with orthopedic spine surgeons

Set up outlying clinics for neurosurgery in rural Nevada

For clinical care of patients at Kaiser Permanente, he was honored to be recognized with the Merit Award for Excellence in 2017.

Improvement of turnover times in surgery in Kaiser Los Angeles Medical Center with a process based, multi-disciplinary approach

Provides expert medical testimony in personal injury cases

Curriculum Vitae

Specialties

Chief of Spine Surgery, St. John's Hospital/Providence Medical Center, Santa Monica, as of 11/1/2023
General neurosurgery since 2001
Minimally invasive spinal surgery
Complex spinal surgery

Licenses

CA license C52516
NV license # 9803
California ﬂuoroscopic license

Professional experience

Achieve Brain and Spine, Santa Monica, Founder and President
Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Department of Neurological Surgery, Los Angeles, California. General and Spine Neurosurgery. Clinical instructor for UCLA Neurosurgery resident physicians.
Private practice neurosurgeon - Sierra Neurosurgery Group, Reno, Nevada. Past president. Full partner in 2002, Employee August 2001 - 2002.
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Department of Medicine - neuroanatomy/neurosurgery clinical instructor
Neurosurgery Resident Physician, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois
Loyola University Medical Center Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
Hines Veterans Administration Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
University of California, San Francisco - Neurology rotation
Surgical Intern – Department of General Surgery Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois

As esteemed practitioners at St. John's Hospital, we hold immense gratitude for the unwavering trust and confidence bestowed upon us by our valued patients. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we strive to provide the highest standard of care, ensuring your well-being is our topmost priority. Our team of dedicated professionals endeavors to deliver personalized, compassionate, and cutting-edge medical services, tailored to meet your unique healthcare needs. Your health is our mission, and we are honored to be entrusted with your care.

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